We are seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our team. In this field-based role, you will be responsible for developing strong relationships with builders' merchants, builders, and other trade customers, promoting our product range, and driving sales growth across your assigned territory.
Working closely with both existing and prospective customers, you will identify new business opportunities, maximise sales within established accounts, and increase brand awareness in the marketplace. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a successful sales career within the construction and building materials industry while making a direct contribution to the company's continued growth.
- Champion Health & Safety by demonstrating safe working practices at all times, promoting a positive safety culture, and challenging unsafe behaviour where appropriate. Ensure all company Health & Safety policies and procedures are followed.
- Visit builders' merchants, builders, and other trade customers to promote and sell the company's products.
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through regular visits and excellent service.
- Drive sales growth by identifying opportunities to expand product penetration within existing accounts.
- Introduce and promote new products to customers, supporting product launches and promotional activities.
- Identify, prospect, and secure new stockists and customers within your territory.
- Maintain accurate customer records, visit reports, and sales activity using the company CRM system.
- Follow up on enquiries, quotations, and sales opportunities to maximise conversion.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends, providing feedback to support business development.
- Represent the company professionally, acting as a trusted advisor to customers and promoting the company's values.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A confident, enthusiastic, and customer-focused approach.
- Self-motivation, resilience, and a positive attitude with a desire to achieve results.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Good IT skills, with confidence using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Previous experience in sales, account management, or customer service is desirable but not essential.
- An interest in construction, building materials, or the merchant sector would be advantageous.
- A full UK driving licence is essential.
A Bit About Us
For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family-owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting-edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market-leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors.
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